Rhubarb Paloma

 Happy Friday/Cinco de Mayo! This week I focused on getting back into the kitchen and back to the blog. As much as I’ve been itching to make macarons, I thought I’d finish off the week with a good cocktail! I’m sure I’m not the only one that could use one! Plus today’s holiday gave me the perfect excuse to work on a new beverage recipe since it’s been a while. Although we love a good margarita, the Paloma is a close second, especially when infused with fresh rhubarb like today’s Rhubarb Paloma cocktails!

RHUBARB PALOMA COCKTAILS

A beautiful pink Paloma cocktail made with tequila, fresh squeezed grapefruit, rhubarb simple syrup, tequila, and lime for a crisp vibrant spring cocktail, for warm weather hosting!

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A Paloma is traditionally made with grapefruit soda, tequila and lime, and served on the rocks. As delicious as they are, I just so happened to make a rhubarb simple syrup earlier in the week, that ended up pairing beautifully with the already delicious flavors of the cocktail.

Since I used fresh squeezed grapefruit juice instead of soda in the cocktail, the rhubarb simple syrup was a welcomed addition.

The subtle sweetness balanced out the tangy flavors perfectly, resulting in the most delightful and gorgeous pink hued cocktails.

Rhubarb Paloma

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• Author: Posh Little Designs
• Prep Time: 10
• Cook Time: 5
• Total Time: 2
• Yield: 2 1x
• Category: Drinks
• Method: Cocktails

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Description

The rhubarb paloma is a tart and refreshing tequila cocktail paired with citrus and rhubarb simple syrup, served over ice, perfect for spring and summer entertaining! Cheers!

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Ingredients

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Rhubarb Paloma Ingredients

• Ice
• 2 parts Tequila of Choice
• 1 part fresh squeezed Grapefruit Juice
• 1 part rhubarb simple syrup
• 1 part fresh lime juice
• 3 parts club soda
• Garnish with fresh lime wheels, rhubarb ribbons and pink himalayan sea salt.

For the Rhubarb Simple Syrup

• 2 cups water
• 1 cup sugar
• 3 stalks of rhubarb cut into small pieces, or peeled into ribbons.

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Instructions

Simple Syrup Instructions

1. Bring water, sugar and rhubarb to a boil. Boil for 3-5 minutes then remove from heat.
2. Pour syrup through a strainer.
3. Chill.

For the Rhubarb Paloma

1. Garnish glass rims with salt and fill with ice.
2. Pour tequila, fresh squeezed grapefruit juice, rhubarb simple syrup and lime juice into a shaker.
3. Shake well and pour evenly between two glasses.
4. Top with Club Soda.
5. Garnish with lime wheels and fresh rhubarb.
6. Enjoy!

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Notes

• If you happen to grow rhubarb at home, make a large batch of the rhubarb syrup so you can enjoy it all season long. The flavors come through beautifully and you can basically pour it on everything!

A moment for the rhubarb ribbons which are a stunning cocktail garnish.

I’ve been obsessed with using rhubarb for garnishes lately, and for good reason. 

The ribbons reminiscent of roses floating atop the Palomas. 

Enjoy a few of these rhubarb paloma cocktails while soaking up the sunshine on my back patio and be sure to bookmark or pin the recipe so you can do the same! The pretty pink hue makes them a lovely drink option for spring and summer parties as well.

Have a festive start to the weekend!  Cheers and thanks for reading! 

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